YMCA of Delaware

Juneteenth Open House
2025-06-19 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Celebrate Juneteenth at the YMCA of Delaware as all locations will be free and open to the community!
Guests are welcome to stop in to work out in the fitness center, swim in the indoor pool, try a free group exercise class and more.
Each location will also honor the holiday with special activities and events.
*Outdoor pools are not included

Summer 2 Swim Lessons & Fall League Registration
2025-06-23 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Register online or at the front desk.
Learn more about swim lessons at the Y here.
Learn more about sports leagues at the Y here.
Member registration opens up at 9:00 a.m.
Community registration opens June 30th.

Refer A Friend in July!
2025-07-01 - 2025-07-31 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Refer a friend!
Get $50 added to your account when you refer a friend—and they’ll enjoy a $0 Joiner Fee!
It’s a win-win!

School Supplies Drive
2025-07-22 - 2025-08-18 | Central YMCA, 501 West Eleventh Street, Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
Help students start the school year off right!
The Central YMCA is proud to collect various school supplies for students in need.
Donate in the large bin in front of our membership desk, and help make a difference in our community!
We’re collecting:

Markers
Map Pencils
Loose Leaf Paper
Highlighters
Hole Punchers
Tape
Staplers & Staples
Binders
Binder Clips
Folders
Scissors
Pencils
Spiral Notebooks
Book Covers
Glue Sticks
Pencil Sharpeners
Erasers
Rulers
Pens
Hand Sanitizer
Tissues

Parent's Day Celebration
2025-07-25 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Join us for healthy snacks in the lobby as we celebrate all the incredible parents in our community!

Rubber Ducky Day
2025-07-29 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
It’s Rubber Ducky Day!
Check the front desk to see what we’ve got up for grabs!

Fall Program Registration Opens
2025-08-04 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
YMCA of Delaware members can register for Fall 1 & 2 sports skills, swim lessons and enrichment.
Don’t wait, spots fill up quickly!
Register here.

Before & After School Care Registration
2025-08-04 - 2025-09-01 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
The YMCA of Delaware provides affordable before and after-school programs across the state, offering a wide range of fun and enriching activities:
📚 Homework support
🍎 Healthy snacks
🌟 Character development
🏀 Outdoor games and playtime
🔬 STEM projects
📖 Reading activities
🎨 Creative arts
Register Today!
POC is accepted. Financial assistance is available.

Dress Like A Superhero Day
2025-08-15 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Calling all heroes! Join us for Dress Like a Superhero Day at the Y!
Whether you’re inspired by classic comic book legends, everyday heroes, or your own creative superhero, we invite all members and staff to show off their superpowers by dressing as their favorite superhero.
Whether you wear a full costume or just a superhero T-shirt, this is a day to celebrate the heroes within us all. Come ready to move, inspire, and have fun—because at the Y, every hero belongs!
Don’t forget to check out our special superhero workout classes!

Grandparents Day
2025-09-05 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
This Grandparents Day, the YMCA of Delaware invites all grandparents and their grandkids to enjoy a special day together—on us! All grandparents are welcome to visit any YMCA of Delaware branch for free, and they can bring their grandkids along for free, too!
Enjoy quality time together while staying active—swim in the pool, shoot some hoops, take a group fitness class, or simply explore all that the Y has to offer. It’s the perfect opportunity to create lasting memories, have fun, and celebrate the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren.
Come celebrate Grandparents Day with us! We can’t wait to see you at the Y.

Program Registration: Fall 2 Aquatics & Winter Sports Leagues
2025-09-29 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Member registration for YMCA of Delaware Fall 2 Aquatics and Winter Sports Leagues!
Learn more about offerings by location and register here.

Senior Skip Day
2025-09-29 | Central YMCA, 501 West Eleventh Street, Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
Celebrate the joy of aging gracefully with various exciting activities designed for our vibrant senior community. Enjoy a day filled with:

Healthy Snacks
Aqua Aerobics
Les Mills Thrive
TRX Plus
Mahjong
And More!

This event is open to the community!
Stop by the membership desk for the full schedule, we look forward to seeing you at the Y!

Spirit Week: Bring A Friend For FREE!
2025-10-06 - 2025-10-10 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
We’ve got spirit, yes we do!
We’ve got spirit, how ’bout you?
Stop by any YMCA of Delaware location this week, and bring a friend FOR FREE to participate in one of our special dance classes, swim in the indoor pool, or check out our state-of-the-art fitness centers!
We can’t wait to see you at the Y!

Les Mills Launch Weekend
2025-10-11 - 2025-10-12 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Get ready to turn up the energy! Join us for our Les Mills Quarterly Launch where you’ll experience brand-new moves, fresh music, and powerful workouts that will leave you feeling strong and inspired.
From BODYPUMP to BODYCOMBAT and more, this is your chance to try the latest releases and sweat it out with our amazing instructors and community.
Don’t miss this chance to be the first to experience what’s new—mark your calendar for October 11–12.

National Apple Day
2025-10-21 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Stop by the Y and make sure you grab a free apple to help fuel your workout or a post-workout snack!

Downtown YMCA Fall Festival
2025-10-30 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | Walnut Street YMCA, 1000 North Walnut Street, Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
Free and Open to the Community.

Join us at the Walnut Street YMCA for our Fall Festival!

We’ll have a Trunk or treat, Crafts, a Bounce House, and so much more!

Halloween
2025-10-31 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Spend some time at the Y this Halloween and showcase your best costume!
We’ll have a contest for the best dressed in the lobby!

2025 Canned Food & Clothing Drive
2025-11-03 - 2025-11-21 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
The YMCA of Delaware is calling on the community to come together this fall to support families in need through its annual Canned Food and Clothing Drive, running from November 3 through November 21 at all Y locations statewide.
Community members are encouraged to donate nonperishable food items and winter clothing to help neighbors facing hunger and hardship as colder months approach. Donations will benefit local organizations that provide essential resources to Delawareans, including the Y Mission Market at the Central YMCA and local partner agencies.
How to Participate
As part of this community initiative, the YMCA of Delaware is collecting:

Nonperishable Food: Pasta, canned fruits and vegetables, peanut butter, canned tuna, soups, and other shelf-stable items.
Winter Clothing: Coats, hats, scarves, gloves, and other cold-weather essentials.

Added Incentives to Give
To thank participants for their generosity, the Y is offering special promotions:

YMCA Members: Donate five or more items and be entered into a raffle for a free one-year YMCA membership.
Non-Members: Donate five or more items and have your joiner fee waived (up to $100) when you join during the drive.
New Members Who Join During the Drive: Will also be entered into the membership raffle.

All YMCA of Delaware branches are collecting items during regular operating hours.

Football Jersey Day
2025-11-07 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Show off your team spirit by wearing your favorite football team’s jersey!

Veterans Day
2025-11-11 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
This Veterans Day, the YMCA of Delaware proudly honors and thanks those who have served our country. As a token of our appreciation, we invite all veterans to enjoy a complimentary healthy continental-style breakfast in the lobby of our Y locations.
Join us as we recognize the dedication and sacrifice of our service members with a warm welcome, great company, and a nutritious start to the day.

Winter Program Registration
2025-11-17 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Members: It’s time to sign up for winter sports, enrichment, small group training, and SO MUCH MORE!
Learn more about offerings by location and register here.

Turkey Burn
2025-11-28 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Let’s get ready to work off that turkey!
Join us for our post-Thanksgiving Turkey Burn classes, check our schedules for the best fit for you!
Members: Bring a friend for FREE!

Hot Cocoa Day
2025-12-12 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
Come warm up from the cold with a FREE cut of hot cocoa in the lobby!

National Ugly Sweater Day
2025-12-19 | Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, 351 George Williams Way, Newark, DE, 19702, United States
The holidays are upon us!
Let’s get in the spirit of the season and wear our ugly holiday sweaters!
Make sure you showcase your sweater in the lobby. We’ll have special prizes for the best dressed!

43rd Mayor’s Icicle Ten Miler & Snowflake 5K
2026-01-10 07:30 - 14:00 | Central YMCA, 501 West Eleventh Street, Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
Lace up and join us for one of Wilmington’s favorite winter races! The 43rd Mayor’s Icicle Ten Miler & Snowflake 5K is back—supporting the YMCA of Delaware’s Annual Campaign, which helps ensure everyone in our community has access to Y programs and services.
📅 Race Day Schedule:

7:30 AM – Registration opens
8:30 AM – Snowflake 5K Start
9:30 AM – Icicle Ten Miler Start

Walk or run starting at $40! Register Now Here.
🎉 Post-Race Party at Juniper by TonicStick around after your run for our festive post-race celebration! All race participants are welcome—food and drinks available for purchase.
👟 Team Registration AvailableInterested in signing up a team or becoming a sponsor? Email Dr. Shakira Allen here.
Don’t miss this Wilmington tradition—run with us, party with us, and make a difference in your community!
